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DESCRIPTION: It’s time to do a deep dive into the making of one of the most controversial entries in the franchise, “Mission: Impossible III!” On today’s episode we get into the movie’s thorny pre-production, when David Fincher, Joe Carnahan, and Ang Lee were all interested, and how the “Superman” reboot affected plans for the film. Also: we have a Patreon now! Released April 5th, 2019.

SHOW NOTES: As discussed in this episode, Joe Carnahan’s version of “M:I-3” would’ve filmed a set piece at the Reichstag building in Berlin...

Also from Joe Carnahan’s abandoned “M:I-3,” here’s a photo of Scarlett Johansson training for a stunt with Tom Cruise! Thanks to @Joe_Hallenbeck for tracking down this photo from stunt legend Vic Armstrong’s book!